Worksheet on Estella from Great Expectations
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Grade 8
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A worksheet covering Estella in Great Expectations, focusing on analysis and annotation skills for Grade 8 students.
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Worksheet on Estella from Great Expectations
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Introduction to Estella
Scene Summary: Estella is a central character in Charles Dickens' novel 'Great Expectations.' She is introduced as the proud, beautiful ward of Miss Havisham, trained to break men's hearts as part of Miss Havisham's revenge against the male gender. Estella's icy demeanor and striking beauty make her both captivating and intimidating. Throughout the novel, her complex feelings towards Pip and her own identity are explored. Context Guide: Dickens vividly depicts Estella’s upbringing and her influence by Miss Havisham, shaping her into a cold, yet deeply conflicted individual. Her interactions with Pip reveal her struggle between her social conditioning and her genuine feelings. Dickens uses specific language and imagery to portray her as both a symbol of beauty and emotional distance. For example, Dickens describes her as having 'a face that was very proud, and a figure that was very commanding,' emphasizing her aristocratic bearing. Her speech and manner often reveal a sense of superiority, yet subtle hints of vulnerability suggest her internal conflict. The character of Estella embodies themes of class, identity, and the capacity for change.
1.
Summarize the main traits of Estella as described in the scene summary.
[2 marks]2.
Identify one example of Dickens' imagery used to describe Estella, and explain its significance.
[3 marks]3.
What is the main conflict within Estella’s character as suggested by the context?
[2 marks]4.
According to the context guide, how does Dickens portray Estella’s social class and how does it influence her personality?
[3 marks]5.
Select the correct statement:
a) Dickens describes Estella as humble and modest.
b) Dickens depicts Estella as proud and commanding.
c) Dickens indicates Estella is indifferent to social class.
d) Dickens portrays Estella as naive and inexperienced.
Aa) Dickens describes Estella as humble and modest.
Bb) Dickens depicts Estella as proud and commanding.
Cc) Dickens indicates Estella is indifferent to social class.
Dd) Dickens portrays Estella as naive and inexperienced.
6.
Describe how Dickens' choice of language enhances the portrayal of Estella’s emotional distance.
7.
Analyze the significance of Estella’s characterization in the broader themes of class and identity in the novel.
8.
Identify and explain one literary device Dickens uses in describing Estella’s appearance or personality.
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